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Two dark bowls of potato leek soup with chives on a moss-green placemat, with a spoon, napkin, candles, and a wintry window.

Two dark bowls of potato leek soup with chives on a moss-green placemat, with a spoon, napkin, candles, and a wintry window.

Potato Leek Soup with Chives A pale, creamy soup deserves contrast—serve it in dark ceramic bowls set on moss-green placemats for a wintry touch. Garnish with finely snipped chives, arranged like tiny green ribbons across the surface. Use pewter spoons and linen napkins tied with twine and fresh thyme sprigs for a rustic yet refined style. Surround the table with frosted candleholders, casting a silvery glow to echo the frosty air outside. This simple soup becomes a refined first course when paired with thoughtful details of texture, color, and light. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 35 minutes Cooking Method: Simmering Servings: 6 Ingredients (US / EU): • 4 leeks, trimmed and sliced (500 g) • 4 medium potatoes, diced (600 g) • 2 tbsp butter (30 g) • 4 cups chicken broth (1 L) • 1 cup whole milk (240 ml) • ¼ cup chopped fresh chives (15 g) • Salt & pepper, to taste See more